Artwork
John Florio
John Florio is an ink print by the Baroque artist William Hole. It dates from 1611 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This engraving, created by William Hole in 1611, is a portrait of John Florio. It is a print featuring an oval-framed image surrounded by a decorative border.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts John Florio from the chest up, wearing a ruffled collar and fur-trimmed coat, with short curly hair and a beard. The accompanying text, written in an old-fashioned script, appears to be a quote or poem, adding another layer of meaning to the image.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by intricate etchings, including leaves and vines in the border and a sun symbol at the top. The overall style is consistent with the Baroque period, marked by ornate decoration and detailed workmanship.
Artist & collection
Henricus Montagu (Henry Montague, First Earl of Manchester)
James I, King of England
Wolfgang William, Count Palatine
Francis White, Bishop of Ely
Aaron Rathborne
James I, King of England
John Gerard, Herbalist
John Gerard, Herbalist
Albert VII, Archduke of Austria
Henry Julius, Duke of Brunswick, Bishop of Halberstadt